It is hard to believe the Holiday Season is already upon us. This fall we have enjoyed planning many fun activities, playing flag-football when it wasn’t raining, creating crafts and getting our homework done.
Thank you for choosing Kid Central for your child’s before and after-school childcare needs.
We are excited about a new addition to our staff, fun all-day events during the days when school’s closed.
We are especially proud of the wonderful Christmas cards created by our children for servicemen and women who are separated from their families all across the world. The kids created the cards during all-day daycare on Nov. 8th.
On the same day the children learned about Veteran’s Day. Children had the opportunity to try on military helmets and equipment provided by Sports and Marketing Coordinator Marshall Conner.
This fall Kid Central also sent out a parent survey to help us better serve your child’s before and after school needs.
We are looking forward to a great 2012! We strive to provide a program based on fun, education, safety and creativity!
This fall we united against bullying, met firefighters, learned about Veteran’s Day, played flag football, played Minute to Win It, created Halloween crafts and took special field trips.
Quality Care at Your Child’s School
Before Their Day Begins
Before school care is available at all elementary schools. It begins at 6:30a.m. until school starts. We offer homework review, games, art, gym activities and small group games. It’s reassuring to know that your child is in a safe, enriching experience and already at his or her school.
After the Day’s Final Bell
After-school care is offered at all elementary school following dismissal until 6:30p.m. This includes any early dismissals. After roll is taken we offer you child a snack followed by structured, supervised activities including: Homework Club, Organized Team Sports Program, play time, art, reading, movies and group games. Tuition assistance is also available for those who qualify.
Kid Central’s Mission
Welcome to Culpeper County Child Care’s Kid Central. It is a pleasure to extend our services to you and your child. We also want to be a member and partner to our community. We trust that our relationship will be a positive and enriching one. Our staff is devoted to improving the lives of children and families through education, safety and smiles. We believe that all children, regardless of background and abilities can be nurtured and challenges in an atmosphere that encourages, respects and fosters curiosity, self expression, responsibility and a positive self-image.
We believe that every child is unique and our goal is for all children to develop at their own rate. We feel strongly the open communication between parents and our staff is essential to fully meeting you child’s needs.
On behalf of Kid Central, thank you for entrusting us to care for your child.
Meet The Kid Central Team Leaders:
Phyllis Booker
Phyllis Booker, is the proud mother of two children in addition to being a Kid Central Team Leader for Yowell Elementary School. The daycare program at Yowell currently has an enrollment of 55 students.
The team leader is responsible for the safety, social development and daily activities of daycare children.
“I love working with kids,” said Booker, now in her seventh year of employment with Kid Central. “I want them to know that they can do anything they set their minds to do in life. The sky is the limit.”
Booker is very active in the community and within her church. She is a minister at Kingdom of God Deliverance Ministries. Booker is also a graduate of Culpeper High School and she’s attended two years of college.
In her free time, Booker enjoys being active in her community, church and “just spending time with her kids.”
“In the future I hope to continue my education by taking additional college courses,” said Booker.
Shannon Sickler, Assistant Team Leader at Sycamore Elementary School
Shannon Sickler, 31, is a life-long resident of Culpeper County and he is excited to be establishing his own family here.
In previous years he’s been a team leader for Pearl Sample and Farmington Elementary School’s daycare program.
“I take great pride in the fact that all our kids at our daycare are in a safe environment. I want them to have a place where they can have the proper tools to have fun, do their homework , interact socially and grow in a positive environment,” said Sickler.
Over the course of his 13-year career with Kid Central Sickler has been a favorite with the kids due to his fun nature and willingness to play or participate in sports with the kids.
Sickler’s best advice for kids is: “Don’t just hear, but listen. You never know what you may miss if you are not paying attention. Listen to the positive adults around you---most of them are speaking from experience. Also, always use you common sense when making a decision.”
Sickler enjoys working at Kid Central for many reasons. He strongly believes that, “No matter when, where, or how he will help kids mold their lives for the better.”
Sickler is a 1998 graduate of Culpeper County and he has loads of experience working with kids and teens.
“In my spare time I like fishing, watching and playing sports and just spending time with my family and friends,” says Sickler.
Dorothy Pendleton
Dorothy is the proud mother of two wonderful sons Stefondrick and Stephen. She is the childcare supervisor for Kid Central at A.G. Richardson. Pendleton grew up in Culpeper County.
She has worked within the Culpeper County School system and Kid Central for a decade.
“Kid Central has a rewarding atmosphere that allows me to motivate children towards reaching their goals in life,” said Pendleton. “I’m also pursuing an Associate Degree in Childhood Development (CDA).”
Pendleton is graduate of Culpeper County High School. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends and cooking.
“I look forward to working with the children enrolled in Kid Central each day,” she added.
Christine M. Wright
Kid Central is happy to announce one of our newest members of our childcare team at Farmington Elementary. Christine Wright is the Team Leader and supervisor for Kid Central’s program at your school.
“I really enjoy the many different personalities of the children and our staff. Every day is a new and exciting experience,” said Wright.
Wright earned a B.S. degree in Criminal Justice from Longwood.
“I’m hoping to begin a career in law enforcement and become a detective in the near future,” said Wright.
“In my free time I enjoy traveling and visiting Washington, D.C. and Virginia Beach.”
Her childcare philosophy is based on active listening, safety, education and fun.
“We will have lots of fun. I look forward to meeting all the parents and working with the children at Kid Central,” added Wright.
Rachel Douglas
Kid Central is excited to introduce the newest member of our staff, Rachel Douglas, who will serve as Kid Central’s Programs/Public Relations Coordinator.
She will develop new and exciting programs for our before and after school programs, along with our summer camp.
Douglas will also work alongside Marshall Conner, our sports and marketing coordinator, to enhance all aspects of our existing programs.
As a mother, teacher and early childhood professional Douglas knows the importance of quality with a healthy dose of fun.
Before joining the Kid Central staff she was a well-respected Head Start teacher for over a decade.
The entire management staff of Kid Central is excited about her addition to our team.
Quality Care at Your Child’s School
Kid Central’s Mission
Phyllis Booker, is the proud mother of two children in addition to being a Kid Central Team Leader for Yowell Elementary School. The daycare program at Yowell currently has an enrollment of 55 students.
Shannon Sickler, 31, is a life-long resident of Culpeper County and he is excited to be establishing his own family here.
Dorothy is the proud mother of two wonderful sons Stefondrick and Stephen. She is the childcare supervisor for Kid Central at A.G. Richardson. Pendleton grew up in Culpeper County.
Kid Central is happy to announce one of our newest members of our childcare team at Farmington Elementary. Christine Wright is the Team Leader and supervisor for Kid Central’s program at your school.
Kid Central is excited to introduce the newest member of our staff, Rachel Douglas, who will serve as Kid Central’s Programs/Public Relations Coordinator.
